The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) in Bengaluru, has announced recruitment for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in Mathematics, with one vacancy available under advertisement number CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03. The fellowship offers young and meritorious Indian nationals an opportunity to pursue advanced research in areas such as cryptography and programming at a premier DRDO laboratory, with a tenure that may be extended and upgraded as per rules.
DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 2026CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
30 Oct
12 days left
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Recruitment status
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Last date 30 Oct 2026 · 12 days left
- Notification08 Oct
- Applications Opentill 30 Oct
- Exam24 Nov
About DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Defence Research and Development Organisation
- Advertisement No.
- CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03
- Post Name
- JRF - Mathematics
- Job Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Young and meritorious Indian nationals may apply)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET / GATE qualified
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month
- Tenure
- Initially 2 years, may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules
Vacancy Breakdown
JRF - Mathematics
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| JRF - Mathematics | 1 |
Eligibility Details
JRF - Mathematics
MSc in Mathematics with first division from AICTE accredited Institute / University with NET / GATE qualified. Desirable: Knowledge of lattice-based Cryptography and proficiency in C and Python programming languages.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| JRF - Mathematics | MSc in Mathematics with first division from AICTE accredited Institute / University with NET / GATE qualified. Desirable: Knowledge of lattice-based Cryptography and proficiency in C and Python programming languages. |
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
Age Relaxation
Up to 5 years for SC/ST/PH, 3 years for OBC
Selection Process
- 1Screening
Applications are screened for eligibility; incomplete applications are rejected.
- 2Written Test
Conducted from 10:00 Hrs onwards on 24 November 2026 for eligible candidates reporting on the date of interview.
- 3Interview
Qualified candidates are interviewed the same day; the post is offered solely on the merit list prepared from interview performance.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month
How to Apply
- 1Download the bio-data format provided along with the official notification
- 2Fill the bio-data strictly in BLOCK letters and affix a recent colour passport-size photograph on the top right corner, duly self-attested
- 3Send the duly filled application by e-mail to [email protected]
- 4Write the subject of the e-mail as "Application for post of JRF Advt. No CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03"
- 5Ensure the application reaches by e-mail on or before 30 October 2026 up to 17:00 Hrs
- 6Report at the CAIR Main Gate Reception, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru on 24 November 2026 between 08:00 and 09:30 Hrs with the filled bio-data form, original certificates, self-attested photocopies and a Government-issued photo identity proof
Reporting Venue
Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (CAIR), DRDO Complex, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru - 560093
Reporting time: 08:00 to 09:30 Hrs
Candidates must report at the CAIR Main Gate Reception, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru between 08:00 and 09:30 Hrs on 24 November 2026. Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate. A written test is held from 10:00 Hrs onwards and qualified candidates are interviewed the same day. Candidates must carry the filled bio-data form with a self-attested recent colour passport-size photograph, one set of self-attested copies of all degrees, academic qualification certificates and marks sheets, all original certificates and testimonials, community certificate in original if applicable, a medical certificate from a competent authority for PH candidates, a Government-issued photo identity proof in original and photocopy, and an NOC if employed in Government departments, PSUs or autonomous bodies. A project report may be brought in support of candidature. Electronic items such as mobile phones, pen drives, laptops, optical disks and smart watches are not allowed inside the campus and no vehicle parking facility is provided.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Filled bio-data form with self-attested recent colour passport-size photograph
•One set of self-attested photocopies of all degrees and academic qualification certificates and marks sheets
•All original certificates and testimonials
•Community certificate in original (if applicable)
•Medical certificate from a competent authority (PH candidates)
•Project report (optional)
•Government-issued photo identity proof in original and photocopy
•NOC from employer (if employed in Government departments/PSUs/Autonomous bodies)
Important Details
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or at the time of joining.
- Candidates employed in Government departments, PSUs or autonomous bodies must produce an NOC at the time of interview.
- Electronic items such as mobile phones, pen drives, laptops, optical disks and smart watches are strictly not allowed inside the CAIR campus.
- No vehicle parking facility is provided and there is no public parking near the venue, so candidates are advised to use public transport.
- The selected candidate may be allowed to register for PhD with any recognised University or Institution during the tenure of the fellowship.
- The offer of a fellowship does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.
- Antecedents of the candidate will be verified again at the time of joining, if selected.
General Conditions
- Age relaxation is allowed up to 5 years for SC/ST/PH and 3 years for OBC candidates.
- SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates must produce the original caste certificate issued by the competent authority; PH candidates must produce a medical certificate from a competent authority.
- The tenure of fellowship is initially 2 years and may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules.
- Stipend is as per rules of the funding agencies, at present Rs. 37000 + HRA per month.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected during screening for eligibility; bio-data must be filled in BLOCK letters as per the enclosed format.
- Selection is entirely at the discretion of the organisation, which may refuse to select any candidate without assigning any reason.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the JRF fellowship be upgraded to SRF?
Yes. The tenure is initially 2 years and may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules.
Can the selected candidate register for a PhD during the fellowship?
Yes. Selected candidates may be allowed to register for PhD with any recognised University or Institution during the tenure of the fellowship.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?
No. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or at the time of joining if selected.
Can candidates carry mobile phones to the interview venue?
No. Electronic items such as mobile phones, pen drives, laptops, optical disks and smart watches are strictly not allowed inside the CAIR campus.
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